HOW I KEEP MY NAILS LOOKING GOOD ALL WEEK | AT HOME MANI
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Today I’m sharing my tips, as a full-time mom, on how I keep my nails looking fresh. As much as I’d love to paint my nails every day to match my outfits I have to keep things real and use nail polish that 1. is easy to apply 2. dries fast 3. lasts as long as possible. Going to the salon every week is not an option either, so that’s where CND™ VINYLUX™ Long Wear Polish comes into play. I love that it gives you the finish of a gel but comes off like a regular nail polish. It’s also infused with Vitamin E, Keratin & Jojoba Oil (and you know I love some added good-for-you ingredients). I’m a nude & pastel nail kind of girl so I love that CND has colors perfect for both staying neutral or going bold check out their Instagram for some inspo. Here is how I keep my nails looking good all week | at home mani.
HOW I KEEP MY NAILS LOOKING GOOD ALL WEEK | AT HOME MANI
Prep
First, remove any existing polish and then file, buff & shape your nails how you like.
Polish
Apply two thin coats of the CND™ VINYLUX™ polish – I used shade winter glow in this post. I also wanted to note that this formula and brush are SUPER easy to work with and you’ll get a smooth even finish every time.
Seal the Deal
Finish with a coat of the CND™ VINYLUX™ top coat. This is the best top coat I’ve used and it literally gives you a gel-like finish aka super shiny, smooth and solid.
Then, let your nails dry for 8-10 min (aka have a dance party) – the polish dries completely in under 10 min and that’s another reason I love it, no mama’s got time to let her nails dry for 45 min.
Tips
- use a cuticle oil every day to keep your nails looking healthy
- practice makes perfect so if you’re not the best at painting your nails at home just keep doing it (at least once a week) I promise you’ll get better at it
Shop
Check-out CND™ VINYLUX™ Long Wear Polishes NEW to a Rite Aid stores in the Nail Bar (like in the picture above) or Wall Display with a brand new look, use the Rite Aid Store Finder to find a store closest to you!
What’s your go-to nail color? Do you paint your own nails at home?
X, T
I am the worst at home manicures, you make this look so good AND easy!
Thanks so much girl! x
Great post! I’ll have to try CND, I haven’t used their polishes before.
XOXO
Cathy
Thanks so much girl! x
I love this color! Your nails look amazing!!
Thanks so much girl! x
Wow, your nails are so beautiful!! And I am loving this color, so cute and perfect for Summer!
Kileen
cute & little
Thanks so much!
OMG your nails literally look like a professional did them, I am SO impressed. When I do my own nails it looks like a 6 year old painted them. I’ll have to try some of your tips!
xx Mollie
Haha thank you! You sound like my best friend, I’m always doing hers bc she can’t
Your nails look amazing! I always screw mine up at home :-/
xo Jessica
http://www.whatsfordinneresq.com
Lol practice makes perfect-ish
It has been ages since I did my own nails. I have to give this polish a try.
❥ tanvii.com
You should! It’s the best
I love that color! Such a pretty nude pink for the summer 🙂
-xo, Azanique | http://www.lotsofsass.com
Thanks so much girl! x
I recently tried this brand too and love it! I got a bunch of bright colors for summer!
I need to get some bright colors!
I always paint at home and I love this polish!! Great tips for a long lasting manicure. Xo~ Megan
Thanks Megan!
Love your manicure. Such a cute color. Gotto try this out
Thank you!